Miele W 4842 User Manual

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Operating and Installation

Instructions

Washer

W 4842

To prevent accidents and machine damage,

read these instructions before

en - US

installation or use.

M.-Nr. 07 459 560

Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Guide to the washer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Display function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Setting the display language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Washing tips: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Using the washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

1. Prepare and sort the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 2. Load the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Loading a comforter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 3. Select a program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 4. Select a temperature and/or spin speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Program guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Final spin speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 5. Select an option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 6. Add detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Detergents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Fabric after care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 7. Select Delay Start (if desired) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 8. Start the program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 9. Activate the Child Lock (if desired) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 10. Program end . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Quick guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Using the washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Canceling a program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Interrupting a program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Changing a program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Adjusting the temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Adjusting the spin speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Adjusting the options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Adding/removing laundry during a wash program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

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Contents

Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Cleaning the exterior and control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Cleaning the drum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Cleaning the dispenser drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Cleaning the water inlet filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

No wash program will start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 The display shows a fault message. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 General issues with the washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Unsatisfactory wash results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 The drum door cannot be opened. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Installation instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Installation site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Removing the shipping struts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Leveling the washer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Plumbing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Setting the display language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Help protect our environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons while using your appliance follow basic safety precautions, including the following:

Read all instructions before installation or use to prevent injury and appliance damage.

This appliance conforms to all uniform safety codes and regulations.

Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future user.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Correct usage

Only use the washing machine to wash items which are specified by the manufacturer to be machine washable on the fabric care label. Any other applications may be dangerous.

Persons who lack physical, sensory or mental abilities, or experience with the appliance should not use it without supervision or instruction by a responsible person.

Children

Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near children.

The drum door glass will be hot when washing at very high temperatures.

Do not touch the glass. Danger of burns! Keep children away from the washer when in use.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Technical safety

Do not install or use a washer with visible damage.

Before connecting the machine, ensure that the connection data on the data plate (fusing, voltage and frequency) match the mains electrical supply. If in doubt contact an electrician.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In

the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

WARNING - Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor may result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance - if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

Do not use an extension cord to connect this appliance to the power supply. Extension cords do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).

Faulty components must only be replaced with genuine Miele spare parts.

Installation, repair and maintenance work should be performed by a Miele authorized service technician. Work by unqualified persons could be dangerous and may void the warranty.

Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in these operating instructions.

If the power cord is damaged it must only be replaced by a Miele Service technician with a genuine Miele power cord.

Before servicing, cleaning or in the event of a fault, disconnect the appliance from the main power supply.

Only use a new hose kit to connect the washer to the water supply. Old hosing should not be re-used.

Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes before using the washing machine. This will release any built-up hydrogen gas. Do not smoke or use an open flame during this time, the gas is flammable.

Before the appliance is removed for service or discarded, remove the door.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Safety

Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.

Do not install the washing machine in rooms where temperatures below freezing may occur.

Before using the washer for the first time, remove the shipping struts at the back of the appliance (see "Installation - Removing the shipping struts"). Failure to remove the shipping struts can damage the washer and surroundings during spinning.

During extended absences (e.g., vacation), close the water supply.

Danger of flooding!

Before hanging the drain hose in the sink, make sure the water will drain away quickly enough.

Secure the hose. The force of the water exiting the hose can cause an unsecured hose to pop out of the sink.

Ensure that no foreign objects are left in pockets (e.g. nails, coins, paper clips, etc.) this can cause damage to clothes and the machine.

Proper dosing of the detergent will eliminate the need to remove lime deposits. However, if heavy limescale does form on the washer, select a descaling agent with corrosion protection. Closely follow the instructions on the product package.

Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned, washed, soaked or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents or other flammable substances. These articles give off vapors that could ignite or explode. Do not add these items to the wash load.

Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give off vapors which could ignite or explode.

Do not use cleaning solvents on or near the machine or the controls. Contact with cleaning solvents will damage the surface.

Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving.

Do not tamper

with the controls.

Accessories

Only use genuine Miele accessories. If unapproved parts are used, guarantee, performance and product liability claims may become void.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND REVIEW THEM PERIODICALLY

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Guide to the washer

Control panel

Program buttons

To select a wash program.

Option buttons

Special features to enhance a wash program.

PC Indicator

Allows a service technician to check and update the wash programs.

Delay Start button

To delay the start of a program.

Display with menu buttons

See "Display function" for more information.

Start

Starts the selected wash program.

Pause button

Pauses or cancels a program.

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Guide to the washer

Display function

The display allows you to operate and select various functions of the washer.

Selection and display of program settings

Temperature selection

Spin speed selection

Delay start

Display of an approximate program running time

Program selection using the display

By pressing the "MasterCare" button, you can select from the following programs:

Extra White

Delicates

Silk

Denim / Jeans

Dress shirts

Comforters

Outerwear

Table linens

Beach towels

Drain / Spin

Quick rinse

Clean Machine

"Menu" buttons

Various settings can be made with the "Menu" buttons.

The values above the vertical line can be adjusted and/or confirmed.

Example:

Duration:

1:02 h

 

 

 

 

 

 

Warm

High spin

 

 

Pressing the left menu button "Warm" allows to adjust the temperature. The "High spin" button allows you to adjust the spin speed.

Example:

MasterCare

Extra White

 

OK

 

 

With the " " button additional programs can be selected and confirmed with the "OK" button.

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Before using for the first time

The appliance must be correctly installed and connected before the first use. Please see the "Installation instructions."

This washing machine has undergone thorough testing in the factory, there may be some residual water in the drum from this process.

Running a spin cycle before the first use is, for safety reasons, not possible. To activate the spin cycle a wash program must be run without laundry or detergent.

Turn on the water supply.

The Welcome screen shows once the washer is turned on for the first time.

The Welcome screen will not show after the washer has run for more than 1 hour.

The display now shows the language setting.

Setting the display language

The default setting for the display language is German. The display language can be adjusted.

Language

english

 

OK

 

 

Select the desired language by pressing the left menu button " ". Confirm the setting with the right "OK" button.

Shipping strut reminder

The shipping struts must be removed before the first use to avoid machine damage.

Confirm that the shipping struts have been removed by pressing "OK".

The washer is now ready for the first use.

Starting the first wash program

Select program

Press the program button "Sanitize".

Press the "Start" button.

Once the program has finished the first use is complete. The washer can be used.

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Before using for the first time

Washing tips:

Energy and water consumption

Do not overload the washer. The energy and water consumption will be most energy efficient.

Use the "Express" program for small loads.

When smaller amounts of laundry are washed using the "Normal" and "Sanitize" programs, the automatic load recognition feature will automatically reduce the water, energy, and time for that load. This may cause a correction in the remaining time displayed for the wash.

If applicable use the program "Normal - Very Warm" instead of "Sanitize". It saves between 35% and 45% energy. For most soiling, this is sufficient. For stubborn soiling use the option "Heavy Soil".

Detergent use

Use the recommended amount of detergent.

Bear in mind the soiling degree of the laundry.

Use less detergent for small loads.

Options selection (Extended, Heavy Soil)

Select for:

For light to normal soiled items without stains use a wash program without an option.

For normal to heavily soiled items with stains wash with the "Extended" option.

For heavily soiled items use a wash program with the "Heavy Soil" option and "Extended".

Items with lager soiling, e.g. dust, sand, use a program with the option "Heavy Soil".

Tip: If you will be using a tumble dryer to dry the laundry

Select the highest spin speed suitable for the wash load to remove as much water as possible to save energy when tumble drying.

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Using the washer

1. Prepare and sort the laundry Sort the laundry

Empty all pockets.

Foreign objects left in pockets (e.g. nails, coins, paper clips, etc.) can cause damage to clothes and the machine.

Pretreat stains

Tough stains (blood, egg, coffee, tea, etc.) or badly soiled areas (collars and cuffs) should be pretreated with a stain remover or a paste made from powder detergent and warm water. Dab stains with a damp light colored cloth. Do not rub!

Do not use chemical solvents in the machine.

Only wash items that are labeled machine washable by the manufacturer. Most garments have a fabric care label in the collar or side seam.

Sort the laundry by care label and color.

General tips

Dark fabrics often bleed the first few times they are washed. They should be washed separately several times before being included in a mixed load.

Curtains: Remove any lead weights or strips before washing.

Loose bra underwires should be removed or sewn in place before washing.

Woolens, knitted garments, jeans, pants and sweat shirts should be turned inside out.

Close zippers, hooks and eyelets before washing.

Comforter covers and pillowcases should be fastened to prevent small items from rolling inside of them.

Do not wash items with the symbol on the fabric care label.

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Using the washer

2. Load the laundry

Open the drum door.

Load the laundry loosely into the drum. For best results, wash mixed loads of small and large items. This will improve washing effectiveness and help distribute the load evenly.

Close the drum door. To prevent damage, make sure that there is no clothing caught between the drum door and the seal.

Close the drum door.

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Miele W 4842 User Manual

Using the washer

Loading a comforter

Comforter loaded correctly

"Full size" comforters up to 84" x 88" / 213 x 224 cm can be washed.

Make sure to load the comforter correctly to avoid damage.

Comforter loaded incorrectly

Fold the comforter and load into the washer.

Turn the comforter in the drum so that a smooth surface forms facing the door when the comforter is completely loaded.

Make sure that the comforter does not touch the rubber door seal and that all corners are tucked in.

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Using the washer

3. Select a program

Press the button of the desired program.

The indicator of the selected program lights.

4. Select a temperature and/or spin speed

The preselected temperature and/or spin speed can be adjusted if the program allows for it. See the "Program guide".

Duration:

1:02 h

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Warm

High spin

 

 

By pressing the left menu button "Warm", the temperature will be adjusted. Pressing the right menu button "High spin" will adjust the spin speed.

If "MasterCare" is selected a list will appear in the display.

MasterCare

Extra White

 

OK

 

 

With the left menu button " " additional programs can be selected and then confirmed with the right menu button "OK".

Duration:

1:12 h

 

 

 

 

Extra White

 

 

 

Hot

Max spin

 

 

If desired and allowed by the program, adjust the temperature with the left menu button and spin speed with the right menu button.

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Using the washer

 

 

 

 

 

 

Program guide

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Temperature

 

Final Spin

Item / Tip

 

 

 

 

Normal

 

Options: Heavy Soil, Extended, Sensitive, Buzzer

 

 

 

 

Hot

 

 

Items made from cottons, linen or

 

 

 

mixed fabrics.

 

 

Very warm

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Warm

 

Max spin

Important:

 

 

 

 

 

Fill the drum only 3/

 

of the way.

Cold

 

 

4

 

Items need room to move otherwise

 

 

 

No heat

 

 

 

 

they might get caught in the drum

 

 

 

door seal.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wrinkle-free

 

Options: Heavy Soil, Extended, Sensitive, Buzzer

 

 

 

 

Hot

 

High spin

Items made from synthetics, mixed

 

 

 

fabrics or wrinkle free cottons.

Very warm

 

Med spin

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Warm

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cold

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

No heat

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sanitize

 

Options: Heavy Soil, Extended, Sensitive, Buzzer

 

 

 

 

Sanitize

 

Max spin

Items which have skin contact or for

 

 

 

special hygienic requests.

Hot

 

High spin

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Handwash

 

Options: Heavy Soil, Extended, Sensitive, Buzzer

 

 

 

 

Warm

 

 

Hand washable items which do not

 

 

 

contain wool or silk.

 

Cold

 

Med spin

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

No heat

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The default settings are highlighted in bold.

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Using the washer

Temperature

 

Final Spin

Item / Tip

 

 

 

 

Woolens

 

Options: Sensitive, Buzzer

 

 

 

 

Warm

 

High spin

Items made from washable wool or

 

 

Med spin

mixed woolens.

Cold

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

No heat

 

Slow spin

 

 

 

Rinse hold

 

 

 

 

 

 

No spin

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Express

 

Options: Buzzer

 

 

 

 

 

Warm

 

Max spin

Small loads of mixed items without a

 

 

 

high degree of soiling.

Cold

 

High spin

 

 

 

 

 

No heat

 

Med spin

 

 

 

Slow spin

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rinse hold

 

 

 

 

 

 

No spin

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Custom

 

Options: Extended, Heavy Soil, Sensitive, Buzzer

 

 

 

 

Sanitize

 

Max spin

All options are selectable for

 

 

 

"Sanitize" and "Normal" programs.

Hot

 

High spin

 

 

 

 

 

Very warm

 

Med spin

 

 

 

 

 

Warm

 

Slow spin

 

 

 

 

 

Cold

 

Rinse hold

 

 

 

 

 

No heat

 

No spin

 

 

 

 

 

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Using the washer

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Temperature

 

Final Spin

Item / Tip

 

 

 

 

Extra White

 

Options: Heavy Soil, Extended, Sensitive, Buzzer

 

 

 

 

Hot

 

Max spin

For white items without special

 

 

 

hygienic requests.

Very warm

 

High spin

 

 

 

 

 

Delicates

 

Options: Extended, Buzzer

 

 

 

 

Warm

 

Med spin

For delicate items made from

 

 

 

synthetics.

Cold

 

Slow spin

 

 

 

 

 

No heat

 

Rinse hold

 

 

 

No spin

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Silk

 

Options: Buzzer

 

 

 

 

 

Warm

 

Slow spin

Silk and hand washable items which

 

 

 

do not contain wool.

Cold

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Denim / Jeans

 

Options: Heavy Soil, Extended, Sensitive, Buzzer

 

 

 

 

Warm

 

High spin

All items made from denim.

 

 

 

Before washing denim items turn

Cold

 

Med spin

them inside out.

 

 

 

No heat

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dress shirts

 

Options: Heavy Soil, Sensitive, Buzzer

 

 

 

 

Warm

 

Med spin

Pretreat collars and cuffs depending

 

 

 

on soiling.

Cold

 

Slow spin

 

 

 

 

 

No heat

 

Rinse hold

 

 

 

No spin

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Comforters

 

Options: Heavy Soil, Extended, Sensitive, Buzzer

 

 

 

 

Warm

 

High spin

Comforters and pillows

 

 

 

Max. 81" -84" x 86" - 88"

Cold

 

Med spin

(205 cm-213 cm x 218 cm-224 cm)

 

 

 

No heat

 

Slow spin

 

 

 

 

 

 

Outerwear

 

Options: Buzzer

 

 

 

 

 

Cold

 

Med spin

Close all zippers.

 

 

 

Do not use fabric softener.

 

 

 

 

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Using the washer

Temperature

 

Final Spin

Item / Tip

 

 

 

 

Table linens

 

Options: Buzzer

 

 

 

 

 

Warm

 

High spin

For tablecloths and napkins.

 

 

 

 

Cold

 

Med spin

 

 

 

 

 

No heat

 

Slow spin

 

 

 

Rinse hold

 

 

 

 

 

 

No spin

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Beach towels

 

Options: Buzzer

 

 

 

 

 

Cold

 

Max spin

Program to rinse sand from beach

 

 

 

towels.

 

 

 

Do not use detergent.

 

 

 

 

Drain / Spin

 

Options: Buzzer

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Max spin

 

 

 

High spin

 

 

 

Med spin

 

 

 

Slow spin

 

 

 

No spin

 

 

 

 

 

Quick rinse

 

Options: Buzzer

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

High spin

 

 

 

Med spin

 

 

 

Slow spin

 

 

 

Rinse hold

 

 

 

No spin

 

 

 

 

 

Clean Machine

 

Options: Buzzer

 

 

 

 

 

Sanitize

 

 

To clean the drum and all

 

 

 

waterways.

 

 

 

Run program without laundry.

 

 

 

 

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